1999 LEXUS SC300 ignition

Shift while pressing the brake pedal. (Ignition
switch must be in the ºONº position.)
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4. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (SC400)
OPERATION OF SELECTOR
LEVER
SELECTOR LEVER POSITION

Shift while pressing the brake pedal. (Ignition
switch must be in the ºONº position.)
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5. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (SC300)
OPERATION OF SELECTOR
LEVER
SELECTOR LEVER POSITION

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6. HEADLIGHT AND TURN
SIGNALSWITCH

HEADLIGHT SWITCH
With the ignition OFF
With the engine started and parking
brake released

TURN SIGNAL SWITCH

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The engine immobiliser system is a theft prevention
system. When you insert the key in the ignition switch, the
transponder chip in the key's head transmits an electronic
code to the vehicle. The engine will start, only when the
electronic code in the chip corresponds to the registered
ID code for the vehicle.
The system is automatically set when the key is removed from
the ignition switch. At this time, the security indicator light
at the bottom of the instrument cluster flashes. When you
insert the key in the ignition switch, the security indicator
light goes out and the system is canceled automatically, which
enables the engine to start.
For your Lexus dealer to make you a new key with built±in
transponder chip, your dealer will need your key number and
master key. However, there is a limit to the number of
additional keys your Lexus dealer can make for you. If you make your own duplicate key, you will not be able
to cancel the system or start the engine.

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20In the following cases, the battery in the key may be
discharged. If this is a case, replace it using a special
screwdriver.


The remote control does not work.

The operational range of wireless remote control becomes
extremely short.

The indicator light on the key is dimmed or does not come
on.
For the replacement of the battery, see ºReplacing the
batteryº on page 25. You can also have the battery of the key
replaced by your Lexus dealer.
If you lose the wireless key, contact your Lexus dealer as soon
as possible to avoid the possibility of theft, or an accident.
You can use up to 4 wireless remote control keys for the same
vehicle. Contact your Lexus dealer for detailed information.
The wireless remote control key is an electronic
component. Observe the following instructions in order
not to cause damage to the key.

Do not leave the wireless remote control key on places
where the temperature becomes high such as on the
dashboard.

Do not disassemble it.

Avoid knocking it hard against other objects or dropping
it.

Avoid putting it in water.
Locking/Unlocking the doors
When you push the ºLOCKº button on the key briefly, all
the doors can be locked from outside the vehicle.
At this time, you can hear one beep. However, when you push
the ºLOCKº button with any door not closed securely, the
buzzer sounds for 10 seconds. To stop the buzzer, close all the
doors securely or push the ºUNLOCKº button. If the key is
in the ignition switch, locking cannot be done.
Make sure all the doors are locked when you leave the
vehicle. Push the ºLOCKº button once again. If they were
already locked, the turn signal lights will flash.
NOTICE
Do not push the ºLOCKº button any longer than 2 to 3
seconds. Pushing the button longer activates an alarm.
For details, see page 22.
When you push the ºUNLOCKº button, the driver's door
is unlocked. Pushing that button once again within 3
seconds from the first push, all other doors are also
unlocked.

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At this time, two beeps sound. Together with the activation
of unlocking, the interior light comes on for 15 seconds if the
interior light switch is in ºDOORº position. However, this
function does not work when the ignition key is in the ºONº
position. For further information, see ºInterior lightsº on
page 66.
You have 30 seconds to open a door after using the wireless
remote
unlock feature. If a door is not opened by then, all the
doors will be automatically locked again.
Even if the ºLOCKº or ºUNLOCKº switch is kept pressed in,
the locking or unlocking operation is not repeated. Release
the button and then push again.
Unlocking the trunk lid
When you keep the button pushed for about 1 second, you
can unlock the trunk lid. One beep sounds.
This function does not work when the ignition key is in the
ºONº position.

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Sounding an alarm
When you push the ºLOCKº button for about 2 to 3
seconds, an alarm sounds to deter any person trying to
break into or damage your vehicle.
If you want to stop the alarm, push any button.
This function does not work when the ignition key is in the
ºONº position.
For vehicles sold in U.S.A.This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

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Locking with inside lock button
Push in the lock button to lock and unlock the door.
When locked, the door cannot be opened with either the
outside or inside door handle.
Closing the door with the lock button pushed in will also lock
the door. Be careful not to lock your keys in the vehicle. The
door will not lock if the key is left in the ignition switch.
CAUTION
Before driving, make sure the doors are closed and locked.
Along with the proper use of seat belts, locking the doors helps
prevent the driver and passengers from being thrown out
from the vehicle during an accident. It also helps prevent the
doors from being opened unintentionally.